Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Louisville, Alabama
Median Louisville, Alabama effective property tax rate: 0.31%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Alabama state median of 0.47%.
Median Louisville, Alabama home value: $67,300
Median annual Louisville, Alabama tax bill: $272, $2,128 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Barbour County calculated?
Property taxes in Louisville, Alabama are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Louisville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Louisville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.31%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$209
$194
How Does the Louisville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Louisville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Louisville's median effective tax rate of 0.31% — based on actual property records in Barbour County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Louisville's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Louisville: rates range from 0.31% in 36048 to 0.31% in 36048, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Louisville.
About Louisville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Louisville, Barbour, Alabama
Louisville’s median effective property tax rate of 0.31% is lower than the Alabama state median of 0.47% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Barbour County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Louisville. Homeowners in the 36048 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.31%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 0.31%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Barbour County. Understanding which part of Louisville you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Louisville homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the May 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Louisville’s effective property tax rate to other cities in Alabama and the median property tax rates in Alabama and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Louisville Tax Rate
0.31%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Barbour County Tax Rate
0.40%
Median Effective Alabama Tax Rate
0.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36048 | 0.19% | 0.24% | 0.31% | 0.59% | 0.75% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
When examining property taxes in Louisville, Alabama, understanding the distinction between “market value” and “assessed value” is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Barbour County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Barbour County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Louisville.
For example, the median home price in Louisville is $67,300, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 36048 has the highest median home price at $67,300.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
Source: Ownwell
$61,600
$88,775
$115,950
Median Louisville Market Value
$67,300
Median Barbour County Market Value
$85,500
Median Alabama Market Value
$169,700
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36048 | $22,320 | $41,600 | $67,300 | $129,400 | $205,360 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
Louisville property tax bills are calculated from the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local tax rates are then applied to that assessed value to determine the amount due. For homeowners in Louisville, the bill can vary based on the home’s value, any exemptions that apply, and the tax rate set for the area.
The median home price in Louisville is $67,300, and the median property tax bill is $272.00 in ZIP code 36048. That is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills in the area can still differ widely, with the 25th percentile at $142, the 75th percentile at $445, and the 90th percentile at $724. For homeowners, this means property taxes can be a manageable expense, but changes in assessed value or eligibility for exemptions can still affect what is owed each year.
Median Louisville Tax Bill
$272
Median Barbour County Tax Bill
$381
Median Alabama Tax Bill
$813
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Louisville, Barbour County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36048 | $81 | $142 | $272 | $445 | $724 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 1 |
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| Barbour Tax Assessor | |
| Website | barbour.capturecama.com |